Can every course bring in something practical for life?

I believe so, yes. Now I think it is obvious that some courses focus more intensively on “practical” skills than others. A course in recordkeeping or winemaking for example is inherently practical. It imparts skills which are specifically intended to achieve a practical result. However, I’d contend that abstract and theoretical pursuits have rich potential to yield practical insights into how the world works. After all, how we humans think has a profound impact on the world around us. The way we conceptualize the world around becomes the foundation for how we behave and act. Our thoughts guide our actions. Our concepts shape our senses. Our philosophies and ethics provide a way for assessing what is right and wrong. You can’t get much more practical than that!